SpaceX’s lesson from last Starship flight? “We need to seal the tiles.”

SpaceX is planning an orbital Starship flight with a next-generation vehicle in the coming year. This announcement comes after the company's recent Starship test flight, which provided valuable insights for improvement. According to Elon Musk, the key lesson from the last flight is the need to better seal the thermal protection tiles on the Starship's exterior. The Starship is designed to be a fully reusable, high-payload launch vehicle that could revolutionize space exploration and transportation. While the recent test flight did not achieve a successful landing, it has helped SpaceX identify areas for optimization, such as the thermal protection system. Moving forward, the company is focused on addressing these technical challenges to ensure the Starship's readiness for future orbital flights. SpaceX's ambitious timeline and commitment to innovation continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in the private space industry.